Clan Childlaw is open and here to help. Our team of solicitors is continuing to give children and young people the legal help they need and provide useful information and practical guidance on the law and children’s rights to the family members, carers and workers that support them.
This page tells you more about the support we are giving and information about changes linked to coronavirus that affect children and young people. If there's something you'd like us to add, please get in touch.
Free resources created by our lawyers on issues that have been difficult for children and young people during the covid-19 pandemic - watch webinars on contact with family, moving accommodation, care leavers' rights and housing and homelessness Read more
Cases which were put on hold are now starting to progress again. Read about what to expect if you are involved in a case in the Scottish courts. Read more
We are here to listen, to explain things, answer your questions and provide legal help and representation when you need it. Read more
Read the latest information about changes to Children's Hearings as a result of coronavirus and lockdown here. Read more
Information about what to do if you have worries about being evicted. Read more
If you need somewhere to live or are worried that you might become homeless contact us for help. Read more
Q & As on aftercare support during coronavirus, the Care Experienced Bursary and student finance Read more
Information on the child contact during coronavirus and lockdown where there is court-ordered contact or informal arrangements Read more
Please help us to help more children and young people by telling us about how coronavirus and the lockdown is affecting you or the children and young people you care for or work with. Read more
A list of resources and contact details for organisations and services who can help during coronavirus. Read more
Legislation and guidance affecting children and young people that has been brought in to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more